The Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC) in Los Angeles is dedicated to ending mass incarceration in California by empowering currently and formerly incarcerated individuals through reentry services, a strong community network, and meaningful advocacy opportunities. ARC’s mission is to build a safer, more just, and equitable criminal justice system. Over the course of this two-day shoot, powerful stories emerged—narratives shaped by early childhood trauma, poverty, and the socio-economic barriers that often drive young PEOPLE toward tragic, sometimes irreversible decisions. Yet, each story also revealed a path of redemption: second chances, personal transformation, renewed hope, resilience, and, ultimately, triumph.